About this role
Mercy Ships is an international charity that brings hope and healing to the world’s forgotten poor through state-of-the-art hospital ships. Since 1978, our volunteer crew—made up of medical professionals and skilled workers from over 60 nations—has delivered free surgeries and medical care to over 2.8 million people in Sub-Saharan Africa, transforming lives one patient and one port at a time. Join our global team of over 3,000 volunteers and help us change lives daily.
About this role
The Chief Steward provides organizational leadership, mentoring, and support for the Food Services, Hospitality, and Housekeeping departments. The Chief Steward is responsible for making sure the work of the Stewards departments is carried out a safe, sanitary, and efficient manner, as well as overseeing all interior furnishings, making sure the ship is as clean, tidy, and presentable as it can be.
What you will contribute
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Excellent organizational skills, monitoring equipment, inventories, furnishings, consumption, waste, and managing guest cabins
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Support the Operations Director with projects and managing the interior décor of the vessel
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Train and support new staff in the Stewards departments
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Work closely with the Captain & the Chief Officer in maintaining a high standard of cleanliness and compliance with maritime regulations
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Coordinate and delegate crew social activities including Christmas and other regular social events
For This Role, You Will Need
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Successful completion of Mercy Ships On Boarding program
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Experience in an organizational leadership position that managed either supply, HR, or food service support
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Ability to communicate proficiently in English in both written and verbal forms
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Cross-cultural experience is preferred
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High school diploma, GED, or equivalent level of education; Associates (two-year or higher) degree in food service management or related industry is preferred
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, & Outlook)
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Two year’s experience in the food service industry; management experience preferred
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Completion of an online course on food hygiene (can be done while with Mercy Ships)
The experience of a lifetime is calling.
More than 1,200 volunteers from over 60 nations serve with Mercy Ships each year.
At Mercy Ships, we are proud to be recognized around the world for the life-changing surgeries and training we deliver. We could not achieve this without our dedicated community of talented volunteers.
Imagine finishing your shift and stepping onto deck as the sun sets—knowing that today you’ve helped transform the lives of those who need it most. Apply now to start a journey that will reshape the lives of those you serve — and your own.